Facts 2

The body processes one drink in about one hour. ⁸ If you have ever driven a car within an hour of drinking you might be putting yourself at risk.

Things to think about: ^9,10,11

In 2001, more than 1 in 10 Americans, or 25.1 million persons, reported driving under the influence of alcohol at least once in the 12 months prior to the interview.
3 out of every 10 Americans face the possibility of being directly involved in an alcohol-related traffic crash during their lifetime
41 percent of all traffic crashes are alcohol-related
More than 17,000 Americans die each year in alcohol-related traffic crashes
Nearly 600,000 Americans are injured in alcohol-related traffic crashes each year (approximately 1,643 people every day).
Someone dies in an alcohol-related traffic crash every 30 minutes
In 2002, motor vehicle crashes were the leading cause of death for people from 2 to 33 years old.

Relative Fatality Risk for Drivers in Single Vehicle Crashes by BAC